Vibrant Flower Kalamkari Handpainted Standing Square Leather Lamp -9 Inch
A Burst of Color: The Vibrant Flower Lamp Transform a dull corner into a celebration of life with... Read more
A Burst of Color: The Vibrant Flower Lamp
Transform a dull corner into a celebration of life with the Vibrant Flower Handpainted Leather Lamp. Standing at a compact 9 inches, this lamp is designed to punch above its weight in visual appeal. The "Vibrant" edition features bold, saturated floral patterns that demand attention. It is the perfect antidote to plain walls, offering a splash of energetic color that glows warmly when illuminated.
The Craft: Tholu Bommalata by a Master
This lamp is a miniature masterpiece of Tholu Bommalata (Leather Shadow Art), brought to life by State Awardee Artist Raghavendra.
The artisan painstakingly treats ethically sourced goat leather to achieve a canvas-like translucency. He then uses traditional bamboo pens to hand-paint the vivid floral designs using natural vegetal dyes. The result is a durable piece of functional art that preserves the rich heritage of Andhra Pradesh puppetry in a modern home decor format.
Styling: The Color Pop
The versatile 9-inch size allows you to add a burst of vibrancy anywhere:
The Neutral Room: If your room has white or beige walls, this lamp serves as the perfect "pop of color" to break the monotony without overwhelming the space.
The Bedside brightness: Its warm glow and happy colors make it a cheerful companion for your nightstand, setting a positive tone for the morning.
The Artistic Gift: An ideal gift for art lovers or housewarmings, offering a unique blend of traditional Indian craft and contemporary utility.
Product Specifications
Material: Translucent Goat Leather & Metal Frame
Craft: Tholu Bommalata (Handpainted Leather)
Artist: State Awardee Raghavendra
Dimensions: Height: 9 Inches | Shape: Square
Design: Vibrant Flower (Bold Floral Art)
Electricals: Comes with a standard wire and bulb holder (Bulb not included). Recommended: Warm White LED (3W-5W).
Care Instructions
Cleaning: Wipe gently with a dry, soft cloth. Never use water or damp cloth as leather absorbs moisture and can lose its shape.
Placement: Keep away from direct sunlight to prevent the vibrant natural dyes from fading over time.
Bulb: Use LED bulbs only to ensure the leather remains cool and safe.
Handmade Note: Since this lamp is hand-painted by a master artisan, you may notice unique variations in the floral detailing or color saturation. These are not defects but the beautiful evidence of genuine handcrafted art.
The raw materials used are Goat hide and sheepskin and the colours used are derived from vegetables dyes. Creating small holes inside the decorative patterns enhances the attraction of the items, which is done using a pogaru (chisel). The painted piece is dried in sunlight over two to three days. Hindu epics like Ramayana and Mahabharata inspire artisans to create these beautiful items in a wide range of shapes, sizes and utility varying from paintings to lamp shades or puppets as a vibrant and unique work of art to liven up a wall or a corner. Lampshades are created using a mould and most of them are based on mythological figures.
Exchange: *Easy exchange is available within 3 days of receiving the product.
*No exchanges on home decor items.
*Unboxing video is required.
Return: *Only for damaged/wrong products.
*Unboxing video required.
Learn More
This is a theatre art form where beautifully hand painted leather puppets or dolls are used over lighted screens to narrate a story.
Where does tholu bommalata come from ?
This art form is popular in the state of Andhra Pradesh reflecting the state's rich tradition.
What are the tholu lamps made of ?
As the name suggests, “tholu” means leather. These lamps are made with goat leather that are stretched over metal frames. The translucent nature of the leather allows lights to pass through resulting in a spectacular effect.
Are the lamps hand painted ?
The tholu lamps are meticulously hand painted by traditionally trained artisans. The leather is later perforated along the painted images to enhance the effect of the light.
Are your lamps sourced from traditional artisans ?
Tholu lamps are native to the state of Andhra Pradesh and have been recognized with the geographical indication tags indicating their geographical origin and the associated reputation that comes with it. All our lamps are sourced directly from the craftsmen and artisans who have been indulged in this art form for years together.
What are the different types of leather lamps you sell ?
We bring to you our curated collection of wall lamps, table lamps, lamp shades, floor lamps and hanging lamps in tholu / leather.
